Definition
Grodkowo‑Zawisze is a village in east‑central Poland, situated within the administrative district of Gmina Sierpc, Sierpc County, in the Masovian Voivodeship.
Overview
The settlement lies approximately 8 km (5 mi) south of the town of Sierpc and about 112 km (70 mi) north‑west of the capital city, Warsaw. According to the latest available data, the village has a population of 180 residents. Its geographic coordinates are 52°49′ N 19°41′ E (52.817° N, 19.683° E). Grodkowo‑Zawisze is one of several villages that comprise the rural gmina (municipality) of Sierpc.
Etymology / Origin
The name appears to be a compound of two Polish elements: “Grodkowo,” which likely derives from gród (a fortified settlement or stronghold) with the diminutive suffix ‑kowo, indicating a place associated with such a settlement; and “Zawisze,” which may be a toponymic reference to a family name, historic landowner, or a local geographical feature. Precise historical documentation of the name’s origin is not confirmed.
Characteristics
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Poland |
| Voivodeship | Masovian |
| County | Sierpc |
| Gmina | Sierpc |
| Population | 180 (latest census) |
| Coordinates | 52°49′ N 19°41′ E |
| Proximity | 8 km south of Sierpc; 112 km north‑west of Warsaw |
| Alternative spelling | Gródkowo‑Zawisze |
The village is part of a largely agricultural region, typical of the Masovian countryside. Infrastructure and public services are administered by the Gmina Sierpc authorities, which also oversee neighboring villages such as Białe Błoto, Dziembakowo, and Grodkowo‑Włóki.
Related Topics
- Gmina Sierpc – the municipal authority governing Grodkowo‑Zawisze.
- Sierpc County – the second‑level administrative division encompassing the gmina.
- Masovian Voivodeship – the largest and most populous province of Poland, containing Warsaw.
- List of villages in Masovian Voivodeship – a comprehensive catalogue of rural settlements in the region.
- Polish rural settlement patterns – the historical and sociological context of village development in Poland.